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SM54 WKX

2004 BMW 120

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

126,140 mi
Last recorded126,140 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 BMW 12082,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM54 WKX
MakeBMW
Model120
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 126,140 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 123,183 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 118,540 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 113,127 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 113,127 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 107,933 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 103,036 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 97,204 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 94,081 miles

o/s/r hub slight play. n/s/f shock absorber misting of oil. o/s/f & n/s/f tyres slight wear.

Fail 2 Jul 2012 94,081 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

o/s/r hub slight play. n/s/f shock absorber misting of oil. o/s/f & n/s/f tyres slight wear.

Pass 17 Dec 2011 171,214 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 152,660 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2009 138,237 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 114,018 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 80,157 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 79,262 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 120?

Based on 872,714 MOT tests across 63,112 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
6,996
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
63,112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22,169
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,562
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,681
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,273
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 5,042
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SM54 WKX is a 2004 BMW 120 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 BMW 120 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 82,446 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 120 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22,169 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM54 WKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 120 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this BMW 120 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM54 WKX registered?

SM54 WKX is a 2004 BMW 120, first registered on 7 December 2004.

Is SM54 WKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM54 WKX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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